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The ROCH Ventures team and Dealroom.co have partnered up to create THE most informative and extensive Travel Tech Market Landscape report to date. This report covers: 💡 The key trends shaping the travel tech industry 💡The companies making the biggest strides in travel tech 💡The emerging technologies powering innovation in this sector Read the report for yourself here: https://lnkd.in/eguF-h52 #travel #travelindustry #splitpayments #traveltech #paytech

Exciting #news! A week ago, during the Connect Europe days, the EU Future Mobility task force, launched a joint call to action, publishing a report aimed at propelling #Europe as a leader in transport innovation. That report was presented to the European Commissioner for Transport Adina Valean Mobility is the backbone of the European economy, with millions of jobs and a significant portion of GDP dependent on it. However, Europe has missed opportunities to take the lead in #innovation. This coalition of 18 leading mobility companies and startups, which Cabify is a founder of, have joined forces to propel Europe as a global leader in this critical sector. The comprehensive report outlines three key areas for action: Regulatory & Market Access: Creating a fair and competitive single market will allow innovative mobility solutions to flourish. Access to Finance: Europe needs to unlock the potential of its public and private capital markets to fuel the growth of these new technologies. Engaging Citizens: User-centric policies and public engagement are crucial for the success and adoption of innovative solutions. This is a pivotal moment for European #mobility and an opportunity for Spain to join forces in this challenge. By working together, policymakers, innovators, and citizens can ensure a #future with cleaner, more efficient, and accessible transportation for all.

One of the important chicken-or-egg questions facing the Czech economy is direct flight connections. The more direct connections an airport has, the easier it is do business. The easier it is to do business, the better the chance to attract investment, and the more fertile the environment for the technology development essential for a sustainable start-up sector. Airlines see it differently. They want to maximize the number of people on planes, particularly in the premium seats, and minimize the number of flights required to achieve this maximum number. That boils down the negotiation. The Prague AIrport needs to persuade airlines that the possibility of full planes is a sturdy probability before airlines will devote their scarcest capacity- a plane- to the Prague route. To present a convincing pitch, Jiří Pos of the Prague Airport needs data on business travel. He also needs travellers from Brno to choose Prague over Vienna, and traveller from Ostrava to fly out of the Vaclav Havel Airport instead of Krakow. He explained his dilemma to the AmCham CZ Tourism Council the morning after the Czech hockey team won the world tournament. The celebration outside the office was still subsiding. If we could stretch the patriotism to supporting the investment a nationwide public transit system that overcome the bottleneck of D1 and deposit travelers fast and conveniently at the check-in counters of the airport, the country might receive a lasting benefit that would help make the promise of an innovative economy into a reality. Another investment that would help is a true technology park in Prague. The airport wants to develop unused land into an airport city. Part of that city could be a hub where universities, private research labs, company technology departments, and start-ups mix and mingle- and investors, scientists, research executives and top professors can fly in to take part in key meetings and presentations. Bert Hesselink of CTP and our Real Estate Council will be meeting with the airport to explain how these parks work in Holland. The airport is essential piece of infrastructure for an innovative economy. It ability to spread value-added investment depends on the strength of the public transport web connected to its terminals. If we connect Brno and Ostrava more directly to the airport, that will attract the rest of the world to connect as well. Thanks to Robert Grader of the Marriott International, Marketa Stara of Delta Air Lines, and Ryan Gauci of the Hilton Hotels & Resorts for their input!

Exploring the 7 Reasons to Establish a Digital Business in the Nordics The Nordic countries — Sweden, Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Iceland — are not just stunning destinations; they are thriving hubs for digital business. Here are the compelling reasons why your company should consider expansion into this dynamic region: 📈 Robust Economic Environment: High GDPs and stable political climates make the Nordics a safe and profitable choice for tech companies. 🌍 High Digital Penetration: With one of the highest rates of digital penetration globally, the Nordics offer a tech-ready consumer base eager for innovative digital solutions. 💡 Innovative Business Culture: A region celebrated for its R&D and adoption of green technologies, it’s an ideal environment for tech growth and collaboration. 🏛️ Supportive Government Policies: From tax breaks to grants, the Nordic policies are designed to encourage tech innovation and ease the way for startups. 💰 High Consumer Purchasing Power: The financial capability of Nordic consumers means they value and can afford premium digital services and products. 🌱 Commitment to Sustainability: Eco-friendly and sustainable business practices are not just supported but expected, aligning with local values. 🚀 Strategic Advantages with Autopista: At Autopista, we leverage our deep understanding of the Nordic market to provide bespoke guidance — from market research to legal navigation — ensuring your expansion is smooth and successful. 🔗 The Nordics offer a sophisticated infrastructure and a receptive audience for SaaS and e-commerce platforms. Is your business ready to tap into these opportunities? Let’s connect to explore how Autopista can help your digital business thrive in the Nordic landscape. #NordicBusiness #DigitalExpansion #TechInnovation #SaaS #Ecommerce #Autopista Read more - link in comments section

Doing business internationally is challenging. Being aware of and dealing with continually evolving law and regulations in different countries is no easy task. A concrete example of this is felyx’ recent pullout of Amsterdam, previously one of its core hubs. To help ensure its business continuity and increase their international footprint, they merged with the Spanish company Cooltra, which together they share the same vision of becoming the leading provider of two-wheeler mobility solutions in Europe. 🛵 By taking this approach, both providers now have more than 50% market share and are present in the major European cities. 📍 Selecting the right partner is a challenging step, which in the case of felyx not only consolidated their market presence, but also opened up new business opportunities in the BeNeLux region. We cover this (and much more) in our Globaliser Energy & Mobility, where we combine the methodology with case studies, experts and founders advice from the same industries. The best way for you as a founder to learn and build an internationalisation strategy, is through other entrepreneurs who have already gone before you, and can advise you on which steps are best to follow. Are you looking to expand into international markets but are not sure where to start and how to structurally build your GTM strategy? 🌍 Our upcoming Globaliser Energy & Mobility can support you in navigating these challenges. This programme is organised together with Trade and Innovate NL partners and in collaboration with Holland High Tech. Find out more about the benefits and how to apply in the link in the comments. 👇🏼 #internationalisation #learnings #expansion #mobility #energy

What does transformation mean? It’s about pushing boundaries, unlocking potential, and shaping a future where possibilities turn into realities. But above all, it’s a human adventure!   Yesterday, our #WeAreAccorInvestLocalTalk was much more than a gathering, both in person and online. In fact, it was a pivotal moment: our CEO Gilles CLAVIE officially started the countdown to our new identity! An identity that will reflect our ability to evolve, embrace change, and open the door to a new era.   This event was also a chance to reflect on what makes us unique, what drives our resilience, and what fuels our success. Three fundamental pillars stand at the core: ➡️ Delivering strong results in an ever-changing economic landscape. ➡️ Achieving key financial milestones, including two successful bond issuances. ➡️ Embracing a bold and future-oriented ESG strategy.   We also took time to celebrate the champions of social innovation in our hotels with the #ESG Innovation Awards. Through a live vote by all employees, we selected the winning hotel project among three inspiring finalists: the Menas Hotel School, recognized for offering real opportunities to migrants. Congratulations to Sonia Gil-Gibernau and the whole Novotel Barcelona City team for turning an innovative inclusion idea into action. 🥇 And well done to Bordas Florence and Vincent Gasnier for being such excellent finalists. 🥈 🥉   Innovation will continue to thrive at our European headquarters, where a major ideas competition was launched by Wojciech Lacz. As he puts it so well: "The key is to try fast, learn fast, and grow fast."   And, of course, we believe in working hard and playing hard, as we always do.   Thanks to la meilleure prod Vik · Viktorija Gečytė, and to all our speakers who did a really good job. A big thank you, of course, to the incredible communications team I'm lucky enough to work with every day. Dorothée Hengen Emilia Maraszek Adélaïde Barbier Lucas Nocera Constance Capdenat Cécile Pelletier Tamba S.   #WeAreAccorInvest #Communications #NewEra

📈 Company development in comparison: The latest survey on financial development shows revealing results on how companies are doing today compared to 2019: 🔹 39.9% of companies were able to increase their revenue and are financially above where they were in 2019. 🔹 24.24% are at the same level as five years ago, which shows stability but also leaves room for optimization. 🔹 21.21% have seen a decline compared to 2019 and are facing the challenge of repositioning themselves. 🔹 14.65% were not yet on the market in 2019 and are now building up their presence. The figures underline how important it is to constantly develop and optimize processes. Efficient booking solutions can make all the difference, especially in the leisure and tourism sector! 💡 With Regiondo's booking platform, you can not only optimize your booking management, but also increase your reach and revenue - all without complicated technology! Find out how Regiondo can support you - book a demo now and discover the full potential of our platform🚀 ➡️ https://rgn.do/3S738ey #regiondo #bookingsolution #bookingsoftware

🔍 Great Read highlighting Enterprise Ireland in the Nordics and the growth opportunities for Irish companies. 👏 👏 #enterpriseirelandnordics #Ireland #everyangle #samsoeandsamsoe #viktorheide

POLAND'S ECONOMIC RISE: A NEW WAVE OF GLOBAL TAKEOVERS As the Ambassador of Poland to the United Kingdom, I am proud to witness the growing influence of Polish companies on the global stage, a trend highlighted in a recent article in The Telegraph. Poland’s emergence as an economic powerhouse is evident through strategic takeovers, such as the acquisition of Thomas Cook by the Polish tech firm eSky Group. This is not an isolated example. With companies like Pepco and tech unicorns such as Allegro and InPost, Poland’s dynamic and fast-growing economy is making waves internationally. Our country’s economic expansion—along with a business-friendly environment, competitive tax rates, and a highly skilled workforce—provides the foundation for Polish firms to make their mark across Europe and beyond. As we continue to foster innovation and investment, I am confident that Polish businesses will become key players in the global marketplace, contributing to the success and prosperity of Europe as a whole.

Once your start-up has a solid base and market access is established, the challenge is to grow your business in a sustainable way. But where to start?